May weather forecast
Stockton, NJ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Stockton, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

Stockton in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Stockton, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Stockton, New Jersey, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Stockton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Stockton, there are 23 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stockton in May?

Stockton in May has an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Stockton, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Stockton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Stockton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Stockton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Stockton, NJ

Average temperature in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Stockton, NJ

Average pressure in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Stockton, NJ

Average wind speed in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Stockton, NJ

Average humidity in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Stockton, NJ

Average rainfall in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Stockton, NJ

Average rainfall days in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stockton, NJ

Average snowfall in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stockton, NJ

Average snowfall days in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stockton, NJ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stockton, NJ

Average sunshine days in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Stockton, NJ

Average UV index in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Stockton, NJ

Average cloud cover in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Stockton, NJ

Average visibility in May - Stockton, NJ
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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